Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Aug 2026, Wheat was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Bahraich APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Wheat Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWheat (Dara)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Wheat is about 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 2.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Wheat rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kasimbazar APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Kandi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Hapur APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Sikarpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 7 Agra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 Karimpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Azamgarh APMC | ₹2,685 |
| 11 Gonda APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 12 Devariya APMC | ₹2,670 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹80 (3.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Wheat matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Wheat prices at Bahraich APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹2,575, with the average around ₹2,508. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,503 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,502 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,505 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,529 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,528 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,503 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,515 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,501 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,540 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,531 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Going to the top Wheat market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Wheat stood at Bahraich APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.